The Jeffrey Katzenberg-led family-oriented film studio benefited from the sequel, “How to Train a Dragon 2,” whose sales topped $74 million, due in part to robust overseas business.

The stock rose $1.11 in after-hours trading to $24.40; it closed down 1.9 percent at $23.29.

The company reported revenue of $180.9 million and profit of $11.9 million, or 14 cents per share. Consensus estimates were for 6 cents.

“We’re on a course to change the cost structure of an average picture and finding unique ways of making movies that change meaningfully how we go about it,” Katzenberg told analysts on the earnings call.

The DreamWorks boss said the Glendale, Calif.-based company would be aggressive and flexible about its future release dates now that movie rival Marvel revealed its slate through 2019.